This decision, as reported by Jason Rantz of KTTH-AM in Seattle, has sparked controversy and disappointment among the school community, particularly among conservative parents who value traditional American holidays and the recognition of veterans.
The school's decision to replace the Veterans Day assembly was announced in the school newsletter on October 29 and November 5. However, the community was unaware that the new event would be replacing the traditional Veterans Day assembly, a cherished event that typically includes patriotic songs and praise for veterans.
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The decision has been met with significant backlash from the community. One father, who wished to remain anonymous for fear of retaliation, expressed his frustration on "The Jason Rantz Show." He criticized the school administration for moving away from American traditions and history, stating, "We should be taking the time to show our children and our community that we have brave men and women who are willing to stand up and fight for our freedom and the peace that other places in the world can only dream of."
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The International Day of Tolerance, celebrated on November 16, was proclaimed by the U.N. General Assembly in 1996 following UNESCO's adoption of a "Declaration of Principles on Tolerance" a year earlier. The declaration emphasizes respect and appreciation for cultural diversity and the universal human rights and fundamental freedoms of others.
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However, critics argue that the school's decision to replace the Veterans Day assembly with an event honoring the International Day of Tolerance is indicative of a broader trend in American education.
They contend that this move is part of an agenda pushed by progressives and the radical left to erase history and tradition from children's lives and replace it with a narrative that is critical of American values and history.
In response to the controversy, a district representative defended the school's decision, stating that students would celebrate the U.N. holiday by watching videos and making cards for the Seattle VA Medical Center. However, this justification was met with skepticism and disappointment by the anonymous father and other critics.
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Interestingly, Benjamin Rush Elementary is the only school in the Washington Lakes district that has chosen not to celebrate Veterans Day.
This decision, critics argue, is a dangerous precedent that could lead other schools to follow suit.
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The controversy at Benjamin Rush Elementary highlights the ongoing debate over the role of traditional American holidays in schools and the increasing influence of progressive ideologies in education. Critics argue that the erasure of traditional holidays like Veterans Day is not conducive to national peace. Instead, they advocate for the removal of decision-makers who support such changes from their positions in schools.
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